Victualing
Victualing, also spelled victualling, is the provision of food and other supplies for consumption, especially for a group or organization over a period of time. The act of supplying food is described by the verb victual or the noun victuals. The term originates from the Latin victus for nourishment through Old French victualle, and entered English in the Middle Ages. In modern usage, victualing typically refers to planning, purchasing, and managing provisions for ships, armies, expeditions, or large events.
Historically, victualing was a critical function in naval and military logistics. Navies maintained victualling stores and
Today, victualing appears in contexts ranging from military training exercises and disaster relief to event planning